Ephod: A Sacred Vestment Worn by the High Priest used As an Oracle
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1 Samuel 23:9, 12
When David learned that Saul was plotting evil against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, “Bring the ephod.” / So David asked, “Will the citizens of Keilah surrender me and my men into the hand of Saul?” “They will,” said the LORD.
1 Samuel 30:7, 8
Then David said to Abiathar the priest, the son of Ahimelech, “Bring me the ephod.” So Abiathar brought it to him, / and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.”